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STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (Narrative) (Details) - $ / shares | 3 Months Ended
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Nov. 30, 2017 | Nov. 30, 2016
Dividends Payable [Line Items] |  |
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2018 Dividend Declared [Member] |  |
Dividends Payable [Line Items] |  |
Amount | $ 0 |

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